Diet Questions (Page 2)

Has anyone stopped taking Saxenda? I'm curious to know if theres any weight gain if stopped?

In researching the effects of Saxenda and the benefits of using it I read that even after stopping the use of the needles there's no weight gain... with a healthy diet and moderate physical activity off course. I'm curious to get feedback from anyone who has stopped the needles.

Is it true dosage for synthroid based on weight? Will I finally get results finally since this Dr?

... seems to know about it. I have had no results for years! Exercise like crazy, balanced diet & I'm always worn out, depressed & can't lose weight. So I'm hoping this new 200 mcg they gave me will work

Does Gastritis go away?

I was diagnosed in December with Gastritis, and since then have had two bouts of nausea and burping since then. I was just put on Protonix for 2 months. I have been trying to eat a bland diet. My question is, will it go away? I'm afraid of having this the rest of my life and being on a bland diet... read more

What is the difference between ephedrine and psuedoephedrine?

How are they related to amphetemines, and what do they do? I realize they are cold/allergy medication, but they are also used for diet appetite suppression. Just let me know how they are related, please?

Is it safe to take metformin while on a low calorie diet of 450 calories per day?

i am on metformin 500 3 times a day and i have started the cambridge diet which is 450 calories per day as i need to lose 3 stone

Lamictal caused excessive weight gain how do I lose it?

I started lamictal a bit over a year ago and now I’m at 350 XR and since I started I have gained over 100 pounds. I have improved my diet and increased my exercise since I started and the only thing that changed over the year was the addition of lamictal. I know “it doesn’t cause weight gain” and “i... read more

Should I be Concerned about Prediabetes?

Can I take diet supplements/fat burners with Oroxine (levothyroxine)?

I have been diagnosed with underactive thyroid for the last twelve months and have been prescribed 50mg Oroxine (levothyroxine) by my Doctor. I have not been able to lose any weight and wish to lose 20lbs. Can I take diet fat burners/diet supplements to assist in my weight loss. I am on a low carb... read more

Anyone using Herbalife shakes?

I recently started drinking the healthy meal shakes (not the diet shakes) from Herbalife and have noticed a feeling of shakiness, weakness in legs and anxiety. The label says it contains dietary fibers, could this be in the form of an artificial sweetener such as aspertame, etc? Or could it have an... read more

When can I switch to a normal diet after an acute attack of diverticulitis?

I had an acute attack of diverticulits and have been on cipro/flagyl for 5 days. Started with a clear liquid diet for a couple days and advanced to a low residue diet for the last 3. I'm feeling very well right now and really want to go back to a normal diet sans seeds, popcorn, etc. When can you... read more

Are Preludin 75 mg still being manufactured?

Preludin used to come in 75, 50 and 25 mg. They are pink and they were dispensed as diet pill.

Can I take Apple Cider Vinegar while taking lisinopril?

I am trying to control my blood sugar with diet and stay off meds. ACV is a good natural way to lower it but my Dr put me on 10 mg of lisinopril for BP.

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Is it safe to take Zoloft and Phentermine together?

I have recently been put on Zoloft 50 mg but also taking 30mg a day of Phentermine. The weight loss clinic that prescribes the diet pills says there is no danger combining the 2 medications and i was wondering if that is true or if they are just trying to make thier money?

Warfarin - My INR has gone up, should I reduce my dose?

was stable around 2.5 and recently my INR started to go up reaching 4, The doctor said that this is due to the fact that since I was on diet and lost 3kg and accordingly, I should reduce the dose. Is this correct?